Let's solve the given equation step by step:
3(2x+5) - 2(3x+1) = 2Distribute the coefficients:6x + 15 - 6x - 2 = 2Combine like terms:13 - 2 = 211 = 2
Since 11 is not equal to 2, this equation has no solution. The statement x = -31 does not satisfy the equation.
Let's solve the given equation step by step:
3(2x+5) - 2(3x+1) = 2
Distribute the coefficients:
6x + 15 - 6x - 2 = 2
Combine like terms:
13 - 2 = 2
11 = 2
Since 11 is not equal to 2, this equation has no solution. The statement x = -31 does not satisfy the equation.